Anryu Damascus Kurouchi Santoku 17 cm Shirogami #2

The Anryu Damascus Kurouchi Santoku 170 mm Shirogami #2 is a versatile Japanese kitchen knife designed for everyday preparation of vegetables, meat and fish. The Santoku profile offers excellent control for slicing, chopping and general kitchen work, while its traditional construction reflects the craftsmanship of Japanese hand forged knives. It is an excellent choice for users who appreciate classic carbon steel and refined cutting performance.

At the core of the blade is Shirogami #2 carbon steel, one of the most respected traditional Japanese steels known for its exceptionally fine grain structure, outstanding sharpness and ease of sharpening. Hardened to approximately 63 +/- 1 HRC, it supports a thin, precise edge with excellent cutting characteristics. Both the core steel and the cladding are reactive carbon steel, giving the knife an authentic traditional character while requiring proper care. The blade should always be washed, dried thoroughly and never left wet after use.

The blade combines a traditional Kurouchi finish with a Tsuchime hammered texture and an 11 layer Damascus construction. The dark forged finish highlights the knife's handcrafted appearance, while the hammered surface and Damascus pattern create a distinctive visual character. A double bevel edge and refined blade geometry ensure smooth cutting performance and precise handling across a wide range of ingredients.

The octagonal rosewood handle with a durable pakka wood ferrule provides a comfortable and secure grip. Its lightweight 144 g construction and balanced feel allow excellent maneuverability while maintaining the solid cutting performance expected from a traditionally forged Japanese knife.

Specifications

Brand: Katsushige Anryu
Country of manufacture: Japan
Knife type: Santoku
Blade length: 17.0 cm
Overall length: 31.3 cm
Blade height at heel: 4.7 cm
Blade height at center: 4.4 cm
Blade thickness at heel: 4.7 mm
Blade thickness at center: 2.1 mm
Handle length: 12.7 cm
Handle: octagonal rosewood, pakka wood ferrule
Steel: Shirogami #2 carbon steel core, reactive carbon steel cladding
Blade finish: Tsuchime (hammered), 11 layer Damascus
Hardness: 63 +/- 1 HRC
Edge grind: double bevel
Weight: 144 g